Rishi Sunak
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Rishi Sunak. Political Career
Political Career
This timeline details the significant milestones in Rishi Sunak's political career.
2015
Elected as MP
Sunak was elected as the Member of Parliament (MP) for the constituency of Richmond (Yorks) in the 2015 general election.
2019
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster
Sunak served as the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Chief Secretary to the Treasury under Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
February 2020 - October 2022
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Sunak became the Chancellor of the Exchequer, playing a crucial role in managing the UK's economy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 2022 - July 2024
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Sunak became the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, succeeding Liz Truss. He was the first person of color and the first Hindu to hold the office.
July 2024
Resignation as Prime Minister
Sunak resigned as Prime Minister after the Labour Party won a landslide victory in the general election, and he was succeeded by Keir Starmer.
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